Apologies for the error in the message posted yesterday (should have read Library Review)
Call for papers for a special issue of Library Review devoted to Web 2.0,teenagers and libraries.This issue will explore the current use of Web 2.0 technologies in libraries which serve teenagers, and consider how services might be developed future to better meet the needs of a teenage audience. (Any examples from joint use libraries would be really interesting!)The issue will cover initiatives in all types of libraries servingteenagers: school, public, college, university and other information services. Contributions are welcome from researchers, library/information practitioners and other interested parties. Suggested topics include (butare not limited to):Involving teenagers in the design of web 2.0 servicesMySpace, Facebook and other social networking sitesThe use of blogsSecurity and safety issuesGetting staff – and managers - onboardGaming - does it have a place in libraries?Online reading groupsPodcasting - library tours and other usesWeb 2.0 approaches to information skillsWikis and online communities.Articles should be between 4,000 and 6,000 words in length. Authorguidelines are available athttp://www.emeraldinsight.com/info/journals/lr/notes.jspIf you are interested in submitting an article, please [log in to unmask] am very happy to discuss ideas for contributions. The deadline forsubmission of full articles is 18th April 2008. You can download the callfor papers at http://attachments.wetpaintserv.us/%24CX3W6L62SPUZN3UBTELGg%3D%3D28672
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